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Cartridge from Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
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Cartridge from Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
Cartridge from Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884. Cartridge packed with Dynamite made at the factory. From The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1884
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Ayrshire Bomb Bombing Chemical Dynamite Exploding Explosion Explosive Nitroglycerine Oxford Science Archive Packaging Packing Cartridge Box Nitrate
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This print takes us back to the year 1884, to the premises of Nobel Explosives Company Limited in Ardeer, Ayrshire. The image showcases a man carefully packing a cartridge filled with dynamite, produced at this very factory. The explosive potential contained within this small object is both awe-inspiring and terrifying. The monochrome composition adds an air of mystery and intensity to the scene. The black and white tones highlight the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that every step taken during this process must be executed with extreme caution. Intriguingly, we are left wondering about the purpose behind such meticulous packaging. Was it intended for construction purposes or perhaps something more sinister? This photograph serves as a reminder of how explosives have played significant roles throughout history – from demolitions to acts of violence. Located in Scotland's picturesque Ayrshire region, this facility was at the forefront of technological advancements in chemical engineering during its time. It symbolizes an era when scientific progress was rapidly transforming society. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive and now part of Heritage Images collection, this print allows us to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come in terms of safety regulations and ethical considerations surrounding explosive materials.
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